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Lateral Officers

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Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree with two years law enforcement experience or

  • Associate Degree with at least three years of law enforcement experience or

  • Associate Degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration from Harper College or 

  • 3 years military service honorable active duty and 60 college credit hours or

  • 180 days of military service honorable active duty in combat duty recognized by the Department of Defense  and 60 college credit hours

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Service Requirements

Officers must have served at least 2 years with a department within the last 24 months and must have been in good standing.

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Expedited Process

Qualified candidates will complete an expedited hiring process. Lateral transfers will be compensated commiserate with their experience. 

Pay and Benefits

  • Competitive salary with new officers starting at $82,804.80, topping off at $123,510.40 after 7 years. Lateral officers will start on the step based on years of service.

  • The Palatine Police Department offers a variety of health insurance options along with dental and optional vision.

  • New officers receive 2 weeks paid vacation along with 11 holidays and 2 personal days.

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